Ultrasound refers to the imaging technique that uses high-frequency sonic waves to visualize internal structures in the body. Ultrasound is the method used to carry out the imaging, and “sonography” is the entire process that is used to obtain the images. In essence, “sonography” uses “ultrasound” technology as a diagnostic tool.
STAT Ultrasound (USG) report is an urgent diagnostic document written by radiologist to diagnose the critical / life-threatening conditions such as internal bleeding, ectopic pregnancy, acute abdomen, or organ injury, so that prompt treatment can be started.. The main advantage of ultrasound imaging is its lack of radiation use, making it ideal for infants, pregnant women, and other health-compromised patients. It allows for real-time diagnosis, making it an effective guiding tool during medical interventions.
Ultrasound/sonography reporting during emergency/STAT conditions refers to the analysis and interpretation of ultrasound images by radiologists. These radiologists operate remotely from a different location using teleradiology services. Using this method, healthcare institutions can obtain a rapid and accurate diagnosis for emergency patients in limited time, which further fast-tracks the clinical decision-making.
FAST is a subtype of ultrasound imaging designed to detect internal bleeding or fluid accumulation in the abdomen, pelvis, or chest. FAST is a widely used diagnostic tool to assess the effects of trauma in emergency departments. Typically, the right upper quadrant (Morison’s pouch—liver/kidney), left upper quadrant (splenorenal recess), pelvis (pouch of Douglas/rectovesical pouch), and subxiphoid (pericardial view) are observed in a FAST scan. Common emergency conditions diagnosed using FAST are hemoperitoneum, pericardial effusion or tamponade, severe solid organ injury, etc. The main quality of FAST is that this test can be completed within 2 to 5 minutes, making it an ideal emergency detection tool. Additionally, there is no requirement for patient preparation prior to the imaging. FAST can also be performed during resuscitation.
POCUS refers to bedside ultrasound imaging, highlighting its portability. It allows real-time observations of complications in patients under intensive care. Unlike the generic ultrasound, POCUS allows the imaging of multiple, specific sections of different regions (e.g., scanning the liver in the abdomen region). Using POCUS, radiologists can observe cardiac activity during arrest, volume status (IVC assessment), shock evaluation, lung pathology, and as a guide during procedures. POCUS can be easily integrated into clinical examinations and can also be repeated multiple times during interventions.
This type of ultrasound imaging focuses on the complications of the cardiac system. Similar to POCUS, cardiac emergency ultrasound can be used for bedside imaging, the main focus being cardiac disorders. This ultrasound imaging offers multiple views; however, the most preferred views in emergency/STAT cases are the subcostal four-chamber view, parasternal long axis (PLAX) view, parasternal short axis (PSAX) view, and the apical four-chamber view. In emergency situations, cardiac emergency ultrasound is excellent in the detection of cardiac arrest, pericardial effusion and tamponade, right ventricular strain, trauma-related cardiac injuries, etc.
When a patient reports to the emergency care unit, they are attended by an on-site clinician.
The clinician assesses the patient’s condition, signs and symptoms, and other relevant clinical information.
Based on this information, the patient is categorized under routine, urgent, or emergency/STAT type. (in this case, the emergency/STAT category is selected.)
Depending on the urgency, the clinician might provide first aid and later proceed to the radiological examination.
After the necessary first aid is provided and the clinical data is recorded, the clinician refers the patient for a diagnostic examination.
In emergency/STAT cases. The imaging technique must not just be effective but also be rapid, with minimum chances of retests. (in this case the selected imaging modality is ultrasound/sonography.)
In emergency/STAT cases, there are very few precautionary measures to save time.
Before conducting the examination, the patient’s vitals, such as heart rate, blood pressure, pulse, etc., are tested.
In case there is going to be the use of a contrast-enhancing agent, an allergy test must be performed.
For ultrasound, the patient must be directed to drink enough water for hydration.
After the necessary preparations are completed, the ultrasound imaging is performed by an on-site radiology technician.
Generally, the standardized protocols are in place for all kinds of diagnostic tests. For emergency/STAT cases, certain adaptations are made to reduce the time for diagnosis.
Finally, the ultrasound procedure is carried out by an on-site radiology technician.
The ultrasound images obtained are checked for quality to ensure accurate image analysis.
After the quality of the images is confirmed, these images, along with the patient’s clinical data, are sent to Statim for further analysis.
At Statim, based on the clinical requirements for the case, a suitable radiologist is selected.
The radiologist analyzes the ultrasound images for any abnormalities and differentiate them from artifacts.
The information obtained from the images must be correlated with the patient’s clinical data to maintain diagnostic accuracy.
Once the image analysis is complete, the radiologist prepares a detailed report which consists of the patient’s condition, imaging procedure, key findings, conclusion, future recommendations, etc. This is a finalised report that is used to communicate the diagnostic findings officially.
However, preparing this report is time-consuming, which is disadvantageous in emergency/STAT cases.
To save time, radiologists prepare a preliminary report that only contains the information relevant to making a clinical decision.
In certain highly critical cases, the radiologist may also communicate the results verbally or electronically directly to the attending physician.
The reports (preliminary or final) are electronically signed by the radiologist (only a licensed radiologist can sign the radiology reports to be credible)
These reports are converted into an encrypted format to ensure patient data safety.
The reports are then sent to the healthcare institution using the PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) or RIS (Radiology Information System) or a secure email delivery system.
Acute ischemic stroke
Intracranial hemorrhage (epidural, subdural, subarachnoid, intracerebral)
Traumatic brain injury (contusions, diffuse axonal injury)
Skull fractures
Cerebral edema and midline shift
Hydrocephalus (acute obstructive)
Brain herniation
Spinal cord compression
Vertebral fractures
Aortic dissection
Aortic aneurysm rupture
Pulmonary embolism
Cardiac tamponade
Acute heart failure with pulmonary edema
Pneumothorax (including tension pneumothorax)
Hemothorax
Severe pneumonia/ARDS
Esophageal rupture (Boerhaave syndrome)
Acute disc herniation with neurological deficit
Hollow viscus perforation (free intraperitoneal air)
Acute appendicitis (complicated)
Acute bowel obstruction
Bowel ischemia/infarction
Volvulus
Acute pancreatitis (severe/necrotizing)
Acute cholecystitis
Abdominal abscess
Gastrointestinal bleeding (active bleed on CT angiography)
Toxic megacolon
Trauma and Polytrauma
Urogenital emergencies
Obstetric and gynecologic emergencies
Vascular emergencies
Infectious and inflammatory emergencies
Pediatric emergencies
The following institutions typically use the STAT ultrasound/sonography reporting services.
Public and private hospitals
Emergency and trauma centers
Multispecialty hospitals
Intensive care units
Maternity hospitals
Obstetric emergency units
Labor & delivery centers
Fertility & IVF centers
Medical college hospitals
Rural healthcare centers
Community health centers (CHCs)
Statim Healthcare assists healthcare institutions in providing emergency/STAT care to the patients. Over here, we offer consistent assistance to such institutions while ensuring quality service, standardized workflow, round-the-clock assistance, and strict data security protocols.
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